Led a small team to support HSC's volunteer chapters with fundraising and awareness event planning, in addition to project management such as the planning of the National Conference (virtual and in-person formats), Community Education Forums, and oversight of the youth program and conference.Remotely empowered national team of volunteers to raise $1.4 million annually through an average 150 events per year, with support of 2 full-time staff.Successfully pivoted HSC's calendar of… Show more Led a small team to support HSC's volunteer chapters with fundraising and awareness event planning, in addition to project management such as the planning of the National Conference (virtual and in-person formats), Community Education Forums, and oversight of the youth program and conference.Remotely empowered national team of volunteers to raise $1.4 million annually through an average 150 events per year, with support of 2 full-time staff.Successfully pivoted HSC's calendar of 150 fundraising events to virtual models in response to COVID-19 with development of tools and resources to support volunteers in virtual event planning. Strategy included introduction in fall 2020 of HSC's first-ever nationally-led fundraising walk - the Huntington Heroes National Walk. Project Manager for organization's first-ever invitation-only gala at the Fairmont Royal York, raising over $200,000 towards the organization's 50th Anniversary campaign.Increased chapter engagement by 200% post-COVID (2021-2023) through reimagined communication strategy, including development of monthly volunteer newsletter, training and feedback calls, and inaugural professional development day for leadership volunteers.Supported strategic planning and organizational budget development.Hired, trained, supported and led two full-time staff in fundraising and volunteer support. Show less

Highlights of successes include:Increased number of fundraising and awareness events held in support of the organization by 87% over 2015, to a total 150 events in 2019, supported by a staff of 2.Increased number of nationwide, volunteer-led Chapters from 23 to 30 in 4 years.Increased attendance at biennial National Conference by 23% to a total 313 attendees in 2018 (the highest attendance to date), while decreasing overall conference expenses. Feedback spoke of "the best… Show more Highlights of successes include:Increased number of fundraising and awareness events held in support of the organization by 87% over 2015, to a total 150 events in 2019, supported by a staff of 2.Increased number of nationwide, volunteer-led Chapters from 23 to 30 in 4 years.Increased attendance at biennial National Conference by 23% to a total 313 attendees in 2018 (the highest attendance to date), while decreasing overall conference expenses. Feedback spoke of "the best Conference yet", year over year.Increased registration for 2017 National Symposium by 155% over previous year while also strategically adjusting event format, allowing for a 77% increase in sites hosting a Community Education Forum in 2019 versus 2015.Increased participation in youth conference YPAHD (Young People Affected by Huntington Disease) Days by 143% (2016-2018).Increased involvement of youth (35 and under) in leadership roles within Chapters. Show less

Support Huntington Society's volunteer chapters in planning local events to fundraise and/or build awareness of Huntington disease. Developed online project management tools to record and track event support materials and successes.

Responsible for planning and execution of major fundraising events and supporting third party fundraisers. • Developed strategic timelines for all events to streamline planning activities• Working with a committee and co-workers, increased net profit of the Guelph Superhero Run by $10,000• Supported a committee in raising over $40,000 for the 29th Annual Rotary Classic Fun Run in Cambridge• Developed risk management protocols for all events, including cash handling procedures… Show more Responsible for planning and execution of major fundraising events and supporting third party fundraisers. • Developed strategic timelines for all events to streamline planning activities• Working with a committee and co-workers, increased net profit of the Guelph Superhero Run by $10,000• Supported a committee in raising over $40,000 for the 29th Annual Rotary Classic Fun Run in Cambridge• Developed risk management protocols for all events, including cash handling procedures and in-house event emergency plans• Developed a protocol to strategically assess third party events and assign suitable in-house supports• Managed Kintera fundraising websites for in-house and third party fundraisers• Utilizing event needs assessment and best practices, evaluated current portfolio of fundraising events to ensure appropriate allocation of resources Show less

• Planned and executed HFH Canada's 2nd largest National Conference & AGM to date, with over 300 delegates, 28 workshops, 3 keynotes, 10 networking dinners and 18 vendors• Led a team to increase National Conference sponsorship by 84%• HFH Canada's National Expert on Volunteer Engagement, leading regular training of Canadian Affiliate members, particularly Volunteer Services Personnel• Through innovation and strategic planning, introduced the well-received First Timers' Breakfast… Show more • Planned and executed HFH Canada's 2nd largest National Conference & AGM to date, with over 300 delegates, 28 workshops, 3 keynotes, 10 networking dinners and 18 vendors• Led a team to increase National Conference sponsorship by 84%• HFH Canada's National Expert on Volunteer Engagement, leading regular training of Canadian Affiliate members, particularly Volunteer Services Personnel• Through innovation and strategic planning, introduced the well-received First Timers' Breakfast, and hot topic round table exchange• Through calculated risk taking and star presentation skill, received approval to book an "unknown" keynote speaker who delegates ranked as their favourite speaker of any Conference to date • Planned and executed National learning and education initiatives including the New Executive Director/CEO Orientation, the 2013 National Leadership Conference (hosting over 150 delegates) and the 2014 National Conference and AGM (hosting over 300 delegates) Show less

Managed the volunteer program and department including: • Maintained regular communication with all volunteers • Developed, managed, and evaluated a volunteer recruitment strategy • Managed and evaluated volunteer website and volunteer software.• Developed and managed screening of volunteers and departmental risk management, as it pertains to volunteers• Developed and managed volunteer orientations, trainings (ReStore safety, etc), and recruitment presentations… Show more Managed the volunteer program and department including: • Maintained regular communication with all volunteers • Developed, managed, and evaluated a volunteer recruitment strategy • Managed and evaluated volunteer website and volunteer software.• Developed and managed screening of volunteers and departmental risk management, as it pertains to volunteers• Developed and managed volunteer orientations, trainings (ReStore safety, etc), and recruitment presentations, including training those who present the workshops• Trained staff within the volunteer department, as well as members of the Volunteer Advisory Committee on departmental program elements, the volunteer cycle, and other pertinent information• Directed strategic planning and policy development for the volunteer department• Advocated for volunteers, the volunteer program, and volunteerism, including developing and promoting an organizational philosophy of volunteer involvement• Managed a proactive needs assessment involving volunteers, clients, referrals, etc• Developed and managed formal and informal recognition initiatives representative of the diverse volunteer base, within the approved budget Show less

• Developed and maintained a full volunteer program including risk management, position development, recruitment, screening, orientation and recognition• Managed a database of over 1000 active and inactive volunteers including regular communications through newsletters and emails• Acted as staff support to planning committees for 1st and 2nd annual Women Build, as well as Centre Wellington Build• Increased volunteer base by 50% over 2 year period; decreased ReStore volunteer… Show more • Developed and maintained a full volunteer program including risk management, position development, recruitment, screening, orientation and recognition• Managed a database of over 1000 active and inactive volunteers including regular communications through newsletters and emails• Acted as staff support to planning committees for 1st and 2nd annual Women Build, as well as Centre Wellington Build• Increased volunteer base by 50% over 2 year period; decreased ReStore volunteer turnover by 28% in first year• Implemented recognition program including planning and execution of 2 annual volunteer recognition events Show less